Full Time Server- Highlands Dining

Description

Location: 3935 Sunnyside Drive, On-Site Restaurant at Highlands Dining 1912 Bistro

Full Time: Morning Shift (7AM-3PM), Rotating Weekends. 

Position Overview & General Responsibilities

 At Sunnyside’s on-site restaurant, we serve more than just delicious meals—we create unforgettable dining experiences for our residents and guests every day! As a Full-Time Server, you’ll be at the heart of it all, helping residents and guests start their day in the right place and crafting a warm, welcoming atmosphere where everyone feels at home. We're looking for an energetic and positive team player who loves connecting with people and delivering exceptional service in our upscale, casual environment. Say goodbye to late-night shifts and hello to a rewarding role in the food service industry! 

• Provide excellent service to residents and guests, ensuring their dining experience is exceptional.
• Set the tone for a welcoming atmosphere, greeting all guests with a friendly smile and maintaining a positive, professional demeanor.
• Ensure food and beverages are served correctly and promptly while maintaining a clean and safe dining area.
• Work with kitchen staff to coordinate food orders and ensure accuracy and presentation of dishes.
• Follow all company policies and procedures, setting a good example for others.
• Complete required in-services, training, and meetings as directed by Sunnyside, including compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Promote a safe working environment by following safety guidelines, housekeeping practices, and equipment handling procedures.
• Show initiative and problem-solving skills to handle unexpected situations calmly and efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with residents, family members, guests, and co-workers, ensuring that all concerns or requests are addressed in a timely manner.
• Work as part of a team, contributing to a positive work environment and assisting fellow team members when needed.

Key Qualities & Qualifications:

• Dependability and reliability: Punctuality and a strong commitment to consistent attendance are essential for both full-time and part-time schedules.
• Positive attitude: Ability to remain calm under pressure while maintaining a friendly and approachable demeanor.
• Team-oriented: Willingness to collaborate and support other team members, embracing a positive spirit.
• Attention to detail: A focus on accuracy and appearance in all work, ensuring that food service meets the highest standards.
• Customer service-oriented: A genuine desire to meet the needs of residents and guests, providing excellent communication and hospitality.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, and carry food trays for extended periods.
• Previous food service experience is preferred, but not required.

Culture & Work Environment:

Join a team where you are proud of the community in which you work. At Sunnyside, we want each team member to S.H.I.N.E both on and off campus (Service Before Self, Hospitality with Heart, Inspiring Excellence in Each Other, Nothing Less Than The Best, and Enjoy your Journey). With a plethora of flexibility, growth opportunities, a safe learning environment, on-site training, and an engaging/motivational atmosphere, you can rise into your new career path. Sunnyside is a not-for-profit Senior Living life plan community situated on 150 acres in the rolling hills of the Shenandoah Valley in Harrisonburg, Virginia. More than 500 residents call Sunnyside their home. Residents have the option to live in a variety of levels of living including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Long-Term Care. Across our beautiful campus, residents can enjoy an array of amenities and services including an on-site restaurant, an award-winning vitality center, salon services, therapy services, fishing ponds, walking trails, and much more! We offer generous paid time off (even if you work part-time), professional development opportunities, a safe and fun environment, and flexibility.

• Referral Bonus Program
• Flexible scheduling
• Access to an Orthopedic Specialist (MD Ortho)
• Growth Opportunities
• On-Site Training
• Health Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick
• 401(k) Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Access to On-Site Wellness Center
• And More!

Requirements

• Having prior experience in the restaurant/dining field is a plus
• Ability to process information accurately, make appropriate decisions, and take appropriate action based on the information available
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service skills; maintain a hospitality approach to engaging with all individuals

Physical & Environmental Considerations:

This job operates indoors in a general kitchen and dining room environment with varying floor surfaces. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is frequently required to routinely sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push, and pull items weighing 30 lbs or less and occasionally more than 50 lbs. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. General hazards related to operation of kitchen equipment as well as exposure to sanitizing and cleaning chemicals and wet floor surfaces which require slip-resistant shoes. Minimal hazards if universal precautions are followed.

Culture & Work Environment:

Join a team where you are proud of the community in which you work. At Sunnyside, we want each team member to S.H.I.N.E both on and off campus (Service Before Self, Hospitality with Heart, Inspiring Excellence in Each Other, Nothing Less Than The Best, and Enjoy your Journey). You can rise into your new career path with a plethora of flexibility, growth opportunities, a safe learning environment, on-site training, and an engaging/motivational atmosphere. Sunnyside is a not-for-profit Senior Living life plan community situated on 150 acres in the rolling hills of the Shenandoah Valley in Harrisonburg, Virginia. More than 500 residents call Sunnyside their home. Residents have the option to live in a variety of levels of living including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Long-Term Care. Across our beautiful campus, residents can enjoy various amenities and services including an on-site restaurant, an award-winning vitality center, salon services, therapy services, fishing ponds, walking trails, and much more! We offer generous paid time off (even if you work part-time), professional development opportunities, a safe and fun environment, and flexibility.

• Referral Bonus Program
• Flexible Scheduling
• Access to an Orthopedic Specialist (MD Ortho)
• Growth Opportunities
• On-Site Training
• Health Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick
• 401(k) Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Access to On-Site Wellness Center
• And More!